Cesc Fábregas in action for Spain during the Confederations Cup. Photograph: Carl Fourie/EPA

Arsenal's captain, Cesc Fábregas, has spoken of his frustration at the club's failure to win a trophy since 2005. The 22-year-old has repeatedly been linked with a return to his native Spain and the former Barcelona youth player, perhaps surprisingly, indicated that he would have no problem signing for Real Madrid.

"The absence of titles at Arsenal is what angers me most," said Fábregas. "This year we wanted it, we were giving everything, but we couldn't reach the level everyone expected of Arsenal. When you don't win everyone is in a bad mood. For four years now, we've needed a title to regain our belief in ourselves."

The midfielder, who was part of the Spain side unexpectedly eliminated from the Confederations Cup by the USA, has previously committed himself to Arsenal, with the aim of leading the club to more silverware. However, he admitted that the continued interest from the likes of Madrid and Barcelona is flattering.

"At the moment it's not happened so I don't have to choose," he added. "For any player it gives great pride that those two clubs come to sign him. It would be a difficult choice."

And despite his Barcelona background, Fábregas said that his family would be happy for him to turn out in the white of Madrid: "Of course my family would understand if I signed for Real Madrid because they love me and want what is best for me. They'd support me, whichever club I joined. My family will always be there for me."